Mental Health Technician (MHT) (Full time)
Ridgeview Institute - Smyrna · Smyrna, GA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$15–$17/hrFull-time
Duties And Responsibilities
- Take and record vital signs correctly.
- Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and document changes in a patient's appearance, behavior, or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
- Communicate changes in the patient's condition to the charge nurse.
- Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient.
- Document the treatment plan, nursing interventions, and the patient's response to the intervention.
- Employ appropriate crisis intervention techniques as needed.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
- Act as the patient's advocate and ensure that the patient's rights are upheld.
Your Experience Matters
- Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
- Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and an understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Your Care Matters
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Cafeteria on site
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
What Sets Us Apart
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
Disclaimer
Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.
Compensation
- This is a Full-Time, non-exempt role
- The expected compensation range is between $15.00 and $17.00/hour, plus a sign-on bonus of $1,500.00.